Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints: Service and Repair

GENERAL PROCEDURES (FRONT AND REAR AXLES)
Wheel And Tire Installation





1. When installing the wheels and tires, tighten the wheel nuts in a criss-cross pattern to the following tightening torque.
Tightening torque 88-118 N-m (9.0-12.0 kgf-m, 65.0-87.0 ft-lbf)

Connector Disconnection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable before performing any work that requires handling of connectors.

Suspension Links Removal/Installation
1. For the joint sections with rubber bushings, raise the vehicle using a lift, and then temporarily tighten the installation bolts and nuts. Lower the vehicle to the ground and tighten them completely with the specified torque.